Environmental Health Specialist
Description
This position is in Augusta, GA and does not offer relocation assistance. Must be within a reasonable commuting distance. If relocating to the area, please specify on the application.
As an Environmental Health Specialist at the East Central Public Health District,you will join a dedicated group of public health professionals that help support the overall mission and vision of protecting lives of Georgian residents in a variety of ways.
Who we are. We protect lives.The Georgia Department of Public Health is the lead agency entrusted by the people of Georgia to proudly protect lives and promote healthy lifestyles in diverse communities statewide. We are committed to preventing disease, injury, and disability; promoting health and well-being; and preparing the State of Georgia for responding to disasters.
What we offer.As a member of the Georgia Department of Public Health team, you will join a passionate group of individuals who are dedicated to making an impact. No matter your role, you will individually contribute to protecting the lives of all Georgians while receiving a wide range of benefits, so you can:
- Make a Professional Impact – Build your career where it matters and protect lives in the community where you live, work, and play
- Enjoy Workplace Flexibility – Experience flexibility in how you work so you can be your best self for you and Georgia Residents
- Work with a Dynamic and Diverse Team– Collaborative and inclusive way of working where employees share ideas and leverage collective strengths
- Achieve Career Longevity – Countless opportunities for continuous learning/development that support a long-term career
- Take Part in a Hands-on Working Culture – Unique culture of active engagement and problem-solving, no matter your role
- Feel Pride in Where you Work – Be part of making an impact in public health alongside dedicated people just like you
In addition to a competitive salary, we offer a generous benefits package that includes a flexible schedule, employee retirement plan, 13 paid holidays, 401K, vacation & sick leave, dental, vision, long term care, and life insurance.
Georgia Department of Public Health Commissioner and leaders encourages all employees to engage in regular wellness activities and to make lifestyle choices that promote health and well-being. The use of wellness breaks during the workday is authorized to support this philosophy and assist employees in meeting their wellness goals. A maximum of 30-minutes in a given workday may be used to engage in wellness activities, generally in the form of two 15-minute breaks or one 30-minute break.
Job Responsibilities
Under limited supervision, performs inspections, interviews, and technical reviews for an environmental health program in a public health department. Investigates complaints and recommends enforcement action as necessary.
• Interprets regulatory issues, technical issues, and analytical data to document compliance
• Investigates complaints, provides environmental education and technical assistance
• Performs inspections, interviews, technical reviews and recommends enforcement actions as needed
• Plans and conducts facility audits and inspections
• Prepares sampling plan and collects samples in accordance with established procedures
• Provides information to the public, regulated community, and enforcement officers regarding the environmental laws and regulations
• Responds to environmental emergencies and conducts safety evaluations
• Reviews permit applications; drafts, modifies and issues permits in accordance with the rules, regulations, and established procedures
• Reviews permit requirements and regulations in order to ensure compliance with state and federal environmental laws.
Minimum Qualifications
Environmental Health Specialist I: Completion of a bachelor's degree at an
accredited four-year college or university which included the completion of
forty (40) quarter hours (or 27 semester hours) in laboratory sciences
(e.g., chemistry, biology, geology, physics, etc.) OR bachelor’s degree in a
directly related field.
Salary - $47,819.00 - $43,680.00
****TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED****
Environmental Health Specialist II: With above qualifications must have
one year of full-time professional level environmental health experience
equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist I must have attended and
completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training.
Salary - $47,101.00 - $48,048.00
****TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED****
Environmental Health Specialist III: With above qualifications must have
one year of full-time professional level environmental health experience
equivalent to an Environmental Health Specialist II, must have attended
and completed the Georgia Environmental Health Specialist Training.
Salary - 51,812.00 - $52,853.00
****TRANSCRIPTS ARE REQUIRED****
Preferred Qualifications:
In addition to the above qualifications, the following are preferred: Completion of a major in environmental health science. Completion of a Masters degree. Current registration as a Registered Environmental Health Specialist (REHS) or Registered Sanitarian (RS) by the National Environmental Health Association (NEHA), or the recognized credentialing board of a sate or country having equivalent standards as NEHA. Currently qualified as a Standardized Retail Food Inspection Officer.
Additional Information
Employment Information
Current State employees are subject to State Personnel Board rules regarding salary.
DPH accepts educational credential recognized by the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) and/or the US Department of Education (DOE) will be considered. DPH will contact educational institutions to verify degree, diploma, licensure, etc.
The candidate selected for this position may be subject to pre-employment drug screening and a criminal background check.
As an employee of DPH, in the event of an identified emergency you may be required, as a term and condition of employment, to assist in meeting the emergency responsibilities of the department.
If you require accommodations under the American Disability Act (ADA), email request by the closing date of this announcement to: DPH-HR@dph.ga.gov.
DPH is an Equal Opportunity Employer
Due to the volume of applications received, we are unable to provide information on application status by phone or e-mail. All qualified applicants will be considered but may not necessarily receive an interview. Selected applicants will be contacted by the hiring agency for next steps in the selection process. Applicants who are not selected will not receive notification.
This position is subject to close at any time once a satisfactory applicant pool has been identified.